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Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Sanghvi Movers shares surge over 12%; Jubilant Foodworks down 7%
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: ITC, Aurobindo Pharma, LIC, LG Electronics, Ashoka Buildcon, Bikaji Foods, Datamatics, Engineers India, GMM Pfaudler, Happy Forgings, Honasa Consumer, Ixigo, Nykaa, Page Industries, Ramco Cements, Max Healthcare, Prestige Estates, MTNL, Sun TV, Quick Heal, RCF, WeWork, VA Tech Wabag, are among the companies reporting their earnings today. The street will also react to numbers reported by Whirlpool, Apollo Hospitals, Sammaan Capital, JK Lakshmi Cement, Lenskart, Ola Electric and others. Watch this space for all the LIVE earnings updates.
JK Cement receives letter of intent from Andhra Pradesh govt for limestone mining
Shares of JK Cement Ltd ended at ₹5,360.00, down by ₹69.30, or 1.28%, on the BSE.
JK Lakshmi Cement Q4 profit falls 23% as higher expenses weigh, declares dividend
JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd reported a 23.4% year-on-year decline in net profit for the fourth quarter of FY26 at ₹124.1 crore, compared with ₹175.7 crore in the corresponding quarter last year.
India's core industries grow at 1.7% in Apr-26, Cement production continues to spike
The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 1.7 per cent (provisional) in April, 2026 as compared to the Index in April, 2025. The production of Cement, Steel and Electricity recorded positive growth in April, 2026. The ICI measures the combined and individual performance of production of eight core industries viz. Coal, Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Refinery Products, Fertilizers, Steel, Cement and Electricity. The Eight Core Industries comprise 40.27 percent of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). The final growth rate of Index of Eight Core Industries for March 2026 was observed at 1.2 per cent. The cumulative growth rate of ICI during April to March, 2025-26 is 2.7 per cent as compared to the corresponding period of last year.
Cement companies' profitability to moderate in FY27 on rising fuel, logistics costs: ICRA
In FY27, Indian cement manufacturers are anticipated to experience a notable dip in profits, ranging from 10-15%. The escalating prices of power and fuel, fueled by geopolitical tensions in West Asia, are set to exert a financial pinch. Although cement prices are likely to rise, they will not fully bridge the gap created by increasing input costs.
Jyotivardhan Jaipuria turns bullish on small caps, sees earnings recovery driving next rally
Jyotivardhan Jaipuria, Founder & MD of Valentis Advisors, says small caps could outperform over the next two years as earnings growth recovers and balance sheets improve. He believes the recent correction has removed excess euphoria from the segment, while operating leverage and capacity utilisation could drive strong profit growth ahead. Jaipuria is also positive on BFSI, pharma and cement, while preferring EV ancillaries over direct electric vehicle makers for long-term opportunities.
Cement cos diverge on expansion plans amid West Asia uncertainty
Indian cement companies are taking different paths on spending. Some, like Ultratech Cement, Dalmia Bharat, and Nuvoco Vistas, are increasing investments for expansion. Others, including Ambuja Cement and Shree Cement, are slowing down their capital expenditure. This divergence reflects varied growth strategies in the Indian market. The focus remains on India's long-term development drivers.
Cement cos diverge on expansion plans amid West Asia uncertainty
Indian cement companies are taking different paths on spending. Some, like Ultratech Cement, Dalmia Bharat, and Nuvoco Vistas, are increasing investments for expansion. Others, including Ambuja Cement and Shree Cement, are slowing down their capital expenditure. This divergence reflects varied growth strategies in the Indian market. The focus remains on India's long-term development drivers.
Next bullet train at 350 kmph: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
India's next bullet train will reach speeds of 350 kmph. Design work starts in six months. Indian Railways will also boost domestic cargo movement by rail. This aims to lower fuel consumption. Reforms will simplify norms for container transport. Cement, automobile, and salt loading have seen growth. Fly ash transit reforms are next. Passenger travel efforts are also underway.
Nifty could hit 27,000 once geopolitical tensions ease: Bajaj Finserv AMC CIO
Bajaj Finserv AMC CIO Nimesh Chandan projects 15% earnings growth for Nifty in FY28, with EPS rising to the ₹1,420–1,440 range, making valuations look attractive. He backs metals, construction, and cement as long-term plays on a global supply chain shift, holds gold and silver in the multi-asset portfolio, and flags El Niño and elevated US yields as key risks keeping Indian interest rates high in the near term.
Indian Oil, JSW Cement, Zydus Wellness, Ola Electric Q4 Results Today — Earning Estimates
JSW Cement is expected to report March-quarter earnings with revenue at Rs 1,869.19 crore.
Only Ambuja in fray for Jaypee Cement, submits Rs 580 crore bid
In a surprising turn of events, Ambuja Cements, part of the Adani Group, has put in a bid of Rs 580 crore for Jaypee Cement. However, this bid falls short of the company's liquidation value, prompting lenders to engage in discussions with Ambuja for a more favorable offer.